Last week, I answered a question about coral snakes. In this column, I discuss the largest group of venomous snakes found in the Southeast — pit vipers. The Southeast is home to copperheads, ...

Mississippi is home to 56 species of snakes and the vast majority are harmless when it comes to humans. However, six of the species in Mississippi are venomous and can inflict a nasty bite if not ...

Last week I answered a question about coral snakes. In this column I discuss the largest group of venomous snakes found in the Southeast — pit vipers. The Southeast is home to copperheads, ...

In North Carolina, about 5,000 snake bites happen each year. While death from a snake bite is rare, it is still potentially a serious problem. Justin Miller, of Raleigh, encountered a snake in his ...

For many people, the warm weather of summer means being outdoors and enjoying hiking, camping, and other outside activities. That also means sharing time with critters such as mosquitoes, spiders and ...

Snake locations in the U.S. vary greatly by region and the further south you travel, the more likely you are to run into a venomous species. While rattlesnakes are found in the northern part of the ...

Scientists captured ultra‑high‑speed video showing vipers strike in under 0.1s. Copperheads occur statewide in North Carolina and cause over 90% of venomous bites. Homeowners should clear brush, ...

Snakes get a bad rap. There are nearly three dozen species of snake in Virginia, and in general snakes are good to have around. They keep the rodent population down, they're basically shy and would ...

Copperhead snakes take the prize for being one of the most encountered venomous snakes in the United States. Those who live in the eastern portion of the U.S. know the species well, likely coming ...